What happened on Sunday August 20, 2017?

Here's what happened on August 20, 2017:

• Iraqi Civil War: Battle of Tal Afar 2017 Iraqi security forces launched a comprehensive ground offensive involving Shi'ite volunteers, Kurdish Peshmerga fighters, and other allied troops to retake the city of Tal Afar from Islamic State (ISIL) militants. Following the liberation of Mosul, Tal Afar had been strategically isolated and remained under ISIL control.
• Jennifer Laude Case: Court Upholds Pemberton's Conviction The Court of Appeals of the Philippines rejected U.S. Marine Joseph Scott Pemberton's motion for reconsideration, maintaining the 2015 homicide verdict. The court upheld the family's compensation of 4.32 million pesos for 'loss of earning ability' and confirmed Pemberton's 10-year imprisonment.
• Philippine Catholic Church Condemns Drug War Violence Following the controversial death of 17-year-old Kian Loyd Delos Santos, the Philippine Catholic Church publicly condemned the escalating violence associated with the government's ongoing drug war, drawing international attention to human rights concerns.
• Damascus International Fair Rocket Attack During the Syrian Civil War, a rocket strike at the Damascus International Fair resulted in multiple casualties. According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, five people were killed and many others were injured in the attack.
• Death of Jerry Lewis Legendary American comedian and actor Jerry Lewis passed away at age 91. Known for his distinctive comedic style and memorable performances, particularly his collaborations with Dean Martin, Lewis was also renowned for his philanthropic work with the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
• Iran's Presidential Cabinet Appointments In a significant political development, 16 out of 17 Cabinet members nominated by President Hassan Rouhani were approved by Iranian Members of Parliament, signaling political stability and continuity in Iran's governance.
• BBC Prepares for North Korean Radio Service Launch The BBC World Service announced its readiness to launch a North Korean radio service in September, despite tensions and an explicit request from the North Korean Embassy in London not to proceed with the service.
• Fatal Shipyard Explosion in South Korea A catastrophic explosion at a shipyard owned by STX Offshore & Shipbuilding resulted in the tragic death of four workers. The incident highlighted ongoing industrial safety concerns in the maritime sector.

Events in 2017

August 20, 2017: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Newspapers from Aug. 20, 2017

August 20, 2017: What were the stock market quotes and exchange rates that day?

Exchange Rates on August 20, 2017:

• 1 USD = 0.8505 EUR
• 1 USD = 109.398 JPY
• 1 USD = 0.7768 GBP
• 1 USD = 1.261 AUD
• 1 USD = 1.259 CAD

August 20, 2017: What were the main match results that day?

Serie A - Italian Football

• Atalanta - Roma : 0 - 1
• Bologna - Torino : 1 - 1
• Crotone - Milan : 0 - 3
• Inter - Fiorentina : 3 - 0
• Lazio - Spal : 0 - 0

Jupiler League - Football (Belgium)

• Anderlecht - St Truiden : 2 - 3
• Kortrijk - Club Brugge : 1 - 2
• Mouscron - Gent : 3 - 2

Bundesliga 1 - Football (Germany)

• Freiburg - Ein Frankfurt : 0 - 0
• M'gladbach - FC Koln : 1 - 0

Bundesliga 2 - Football (Germany)

• Holstein Kiel - Greuther Furth : 3 - 1
• Ingolstadt - Regensburg : 2 - 4
• Nurnberg - Union Berlin : 2 - 2

August 20, 2017 was a Sunday and it was the 232nd day of the year 2017 in the Gregorian calendar.

August 20, 2017 can also be written as 8/20/2017 in the US and as 20/8/2017 in UK and Europe.

August 20, 2017 in August 2017 calendar

Famous people died on August 20, 2017:

• Jerry Lewis

  Legendary American comedian, actor, and filmmaker famous for his comedic partnership with Dean Martin and his groundbreaking muscular...

• Colin Meads

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August 20, 2017: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on August 20, 2017 was Despacito by Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber, according to the music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.

1. Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee Featuring Justin Bieber - Despacito
2. DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller - Wild Thoughts
3. French Montana Featuring Swae Lee - Unforgettable
4. Bruno Mars - That's What I Like
5. Imagine Dragons - Believer

August 20, 2017: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on August 20, 2017 was Wild Thoughts by DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller, according to the music chart for the week August 14th and August 20th.

1. DJ Khaled Featuring Rihanna & Bryson Tiller - Wild Thoughts
2. French Montana Featuring Swae Lee - Unforgettable
3. Bruno Mars - That's What I Like
4. DJ Khaled Featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance The Rapper & Lil Wayne - I'm The One
5. Post Malone Featuring Quavo - Congratulations

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for August 20th is Leo.

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August 20, 2017: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for August 20, 2017 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on August 20, 2017 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on August 20, 2017 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on August 20, 2017 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 0% full, rising at 04:44 am and setting at 07:50 pm.

The previous full moon was on Aug 07, 2017 while the next full moon would come on Sep 06, 2017.

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Your place in the Universe on August 20, 2017

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Someone born on August 20, 2017 is:

7 years 8 months old,

or 92 months and 24 days old,

or 403 weeks and 3 days old,

or 2824 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on August 20, 2017?

There are 98 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Wednesday August 20th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on August 20, 2017?

You belong to the Gen Alpha generation if you were born on August 20, 2017.

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